HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Expired Pork, Rusty Ice Machines, and More: Kitchen Cops’ Trouble List
Over the past several weeks, multiple well-known restaurants in downtown Huntsville have been hit with surprisingly low scores on their health department visits. This week, another locale is added to the list: The Standard Social Market on Holmes Avenue.
It’s hit with an 81 due to multiple food temperature issues (cheese grits, sausages, eggs). There was also an employee seen touching ready-to-eat foods barehanded and problems with the hot water not reaching a proper temperature at multiple sinks.
Madison County Troubles
In Madison County, The IHOP on South Memorial Parkway and Drake gets an 85 due to ham, cheese, tomatoes, chicken, and beef at the wrong temperature. Mountain Gap Elementary & Middle School’s cafeteria gets an 86 for food temperature problems and not enough sanitizer in its dishwasher.
Colbert County Concerns
Superhero Chefs on Main Street in Tuscumbia has an 81 on its most recent inspection. Foodland Discount Foods on Woodward Avenue in Muscle Shoals has an 85.
DeKalb County Discoveries
Mi Ranchito on Gault Avenue in Fort Payne scored an 82 after inspectors found the cooler lid was kept open all day. The Kilpatrick Quick Mart on Highway 68 in Crossville comes in with an 83, with issues like mold in the ice machine and a warmer that wasn’t keeping food warm enough.
Franklin County Findings
No significant issues to note in Franklin County.
Lauderdale County Observations
No significant issues to note in Lauderdale County.
Limestone County Insights
No significant issues to note in Limestone County.
Marshall County Mishaps
In Marshall County, El Aguacate and Town and Country Buffet on Brindlee Mountain Parkway have the lowest scores this week. El Aguacate had multiple food temperature problems and lost points as a result. Town and Country Buffet also experienced food temperature issues with mac & cheese and lettuce.
Morgan County Missteps
Nava’s Bakery #2 on the Beltline in Decatur has the lowest score out of anyone in north Alabama this week with a 70. There were unlabeled spray bottles, issues with the mop sink, no food thermometer, and no sanitizer in the dishwasher. Francesco’s on 6th Avenue in Decatur had a dirty can opener and tomatoes at the wrong temperature, earning an 84.
Stay Informed
WAFF 48 provides the latest health inspection scores for restaurants around the Tennessee Valley to keep the community informed about food safety. It’s important for establishments to maintain high standards to ensure the well-being of their customers.
Conclusion
As more restaurants in downtown Huntsville and surrounding counties face challenges with health department inspections, it’s crucial for businesses to address issues promptly and uphold food safety protocols. Customers rely on Kitchen Cops’ reports to make informed dining choices and expect restaurants to prioritize cleanliness and proper food handling.
